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Big News for MSPs and IT Pros — Defender for Automate Plugin Just Got a Major Upgrade!

Say hello to next-level firewall management built right into the Defender for Automate plugin. Whether you're running streamlined scripts or managing complex security policies across your fleet, this update puts precision control at your fingertips.

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What’s New?

• - Full Firewall Rule Visibility: View all rules (enabled or not) directly in your Automate dashboards

• - SQL-Driven Sync: Seamless integration with MySQL for storing, querying, and enforcing rule states

• - Profile Management: Enable or disable Domain, Public, and Private profiles per endpoint — all from a centralized UI

• - Port Discovery Integration: Automatically log open TCP/UDP ports for compliance and diagnostic workflows

• - Dynamic PowerShell Engine: Real-time rule updates via script-driven sync and enforcement logic

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Why It Matters

- Reduce manual firewall audits
- Instantly identify drift across endpoints
- Build custom security policies that align with real-world port usage
- Empower your team with visibility and control — no more guessing what rules are active where

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Who’s It For?

If you're managing endpoint security at scale, optimizing workflows, or chasing down policy compliance — this is built for you.

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Ready to put your firewall on autopilot? Update now and explore the power of intelligent rule management inside ConnectWise Automate.